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Spring vegetables growing in raised garden beds

7 Tips for Successful Spring Gardening

March 9, 2026 by Jody 2 Comments

Get your vegetable garden off to a good start with these tips for a successful spring garden. Have you been disappointed with your garden in the past? There are a number of factors that can hurt your spring garden. Use the tips below to ensure you start you get your garden off to a goodRead More

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Early Spring Cleaning Tips and March Cleaning Checklist

February 28, 2026 by Jody 1 Comment

Get a jump start on Spring cleaning by doing some early spring cleaning to clear away the winter mess and organize your winter gear for next year. I can almost feel those beautiful spring breezes and see those tiny buds ready to spring forth. That can only mean one thing: spring is on its way.Read More

Golden glitter slime - DIY project for kids, for St. Patrick's day.

St. Patrick’s Day Golden Slime Recipe

February 18, 2026 by Jody Leave a Comment

This St. Patrick’s Day Golden Slime Recipe might just give you the luck o’ the Irish. You don’t have to go looking for the end of the rainbow to find a pot of gold you can make it yourself with this St. Patrick’s Day Golden Slime Recipe. Golden liquid shimmers and creates a fun seasonal activityRead More

7 plants to give for Valentine's Day instead of flowers.

7 Plants to Give for Valentine’s Day Instead of Flowers

January 14, 2026 by Jody Leave a Comment

Call me practical, but I prefer receiving plants over flowers for their staying power!  If you agree, you should check out these 7 Plants to Give for Valentine’s Day Instead of Flowers. Flowers are gorgeous and fun to send for Valentine’s Day, but the truth is they will wilt and die within a week. ThatRead More

Keto Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies Recipe

January 11, 2026 by Jody Leave a Comment

No-Bake cookies are hands down one of my favorite cookies. This Keto Peanut Butter No-Bake Cookies Recipe is easy to make and satisfies my sweet tooth without loads of carbs! I really love these cookies because they are easy to make and perfect for when you want something chocolate! And these cookies are made withRead More

DIY Grinch Dust in bags with free printable Grinch Poem attached.

Grinch Dust Recipe

December 6, 2025 by Jody 3 Comments

This Grinch Dust Recipe is sure to keep the lack of holiday spirit at bay! Even though his heart grew at the end of the story, we don’t want to take any chances, do we?   Don’t Let the Grinch Steal Christmas! While simple to put together this Grinch Dust is a fun tradition to startRead More

Christmas gifts kids can make for family and friends

Christmas Gifts Kids Can Make

December 5, 2025 by Jody Leave a Comment

I love making and receiving homemade Christmas gifts, don’t you? When they are crafted by sweet little hands, they are even better. I have gathered up Christmas Gifts Kids Can Make to help you and your little one make homemade gifts. Rather than spending a lot of money and long hours at the store picking outRead More

How to Make Snow Paint

December 2, 2025 by Jody Leave a Comment

From the first snow to the last spring snow, there are a lot of days to fill in the winter. Get the kids outside for some fun with this DIY Snow Paint. We are showing you how to Make Snow Paint and giving you tips to get your kids started on their masterpiece. Who knewRead More

Peppermint Vanilla Whipped Body Butter Recipe

December 1, 2025 by Jody Leave a Comment

Fight back against dry winter skin with this homemade Peppermint Vanilla Whipped Body Butter Recipe. Winter skin can quickly become dry and itchy due to the wind, cold, rough fabrics, lack of moisture in the air, and harsh cleaning products. You can combat that with a good rich moisturizer like the  Peppermint Vanilla Whipped BodyRead More

Lavender and Geranium Bath Bombs

December 1, 2025 by Jody Leave a Comment

Let me show you how to make Lavender and Geranium Bath Bombs that will help soak away the stresses and worries of life!   I want to show you how to relax and unwind by showing you how to make Bath Bombs. These lavender and geranium bath bombs give an amazing floral scent to yourRead More

DIY Dog Shampoo Bar Recipe With Essential Oils

November 24, 2025 by Jody Leave a Comment

My DIY Dog Shampoo Bar Recipe has a bright, fresh scent that leaves your dog smelling great while also moisturizing dry, itchy skin and coats that need a little extra TLC. Whether it’s from fleas, hot weather, a food allergy or something else sometimes your dog’s coat and skin can just use an extra boostRead More

Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe

November 13, 2025 by Jody 2 Comments

If you love pot roast that falls apart as soon as you touch it with your fork, you will love this Slow Cooker Pot Roast Recipe! You can make it with a chuck roast or a cross rib roast. You can even use a round roast, rump roast, or brisket. Because it is cooked lowRead More

Gingerbread Rice Krispie Treats

November 10, 2025 by Jody Leave a Comment

These Gingerbread Man Rice Krispie Treats are almost too cute to eat right?  They are a sweet addition to your cookie tray this year or to welcome everyone in from the cold with a mug of cocoa! Add these Gingerbread Men Rice Krispie Treats to your cookie tray for the holidays or make them withRead More

homemade buckeye fudge recipe

Easy Buckeye Fudge Recipe

November 6, 2025 by Jody Leave a Comment

Turn the traditional flavors of buckeye candies into a delicious and Easy Buckeye Fudge Recipe. I don’t know about you but I love pretty much any combination of peanut butter and chocolate. Little round Buckeyes have been a staple of my candy making for years but I really love this Easy Buckeye Fudge Recipe. EasyRead More

Pumpkin spice body scrub recipe in jar

DIY Pumpkin Spice Body Scrub

October 16, 2025 by Jody Leave a Comment

Brighten dull skin this fall with this deliciously scented DIY Pumpkin Pie Body Scrub! This fall-scented Pumpkin Spice Body Scrub exfoliates away dead skin, softens with oil, and relaxes you as you shower or bathe. With only 4 simple pantry ingredients it is as easy to make as it is to enjoy so gather upRead More

diy dirt slime recipe

Garden Dirt Slime Recipe

June 26, 2025 by Jody 2 Comments

This Garden Dirt Slime Recipe may be the dirtiest good clean fun your child has this spring! What kid doesn’t like digging in the dirt a little bit? I don’t blame them, I adore it too. This Garden Dirt Slime Recipe is great when they have to be indoors and need something fun and creativeRead More

soothing face mist recipe

Homemade Soothing Summer Face Mist

May 30, 2025 by Jody 6 Comments

This DIY Soothing Summer Face Mist is a must this summer! The natural ingredients in the face mist will pamper your skin after a day in the sun and sand. Dry desert air, salty beach breezes, ocean water, sweat, sand, and chlorine all the things we love about summer, but can wreak the most havocRead More

shamrock rice krispy treats recipe for st. patricks day

Shamrock Rice Krispie Treats

February 20, 2025 by Jody 7 Comments

When you need something sweet to wish luck to family and friends these Shamrock Rice Krispie Treats are just the thing to whip up.   Rice Krispie treats are a classic for a reason, they are buttery, sweet, crunchy, and very addicting! Add a little festive holiday flair to create these Shamrock Rice Krispie TreatsRead More

natural homemade moth repellent sachet bags

Homemade Moth Repellent Sachets

September 22, 2024 by Jody Leave a Comment

These DIY Moth Repellent Bags are a natural alternative to stinky mothballs. Follow the easy tutorial to repel moths and protect your stored clothing. Moths, particularly clothing moths, can be a nuisance and even destructive. However, there are certain scents that moths hate and we can use those scents to help repel them. You canRead More

8 Fun Back to School Traditions

8 Fun Back To School Traditions

July 22, 2024 by Jody 2 Comments

These back to school traditions are great ways to celebrate the start of a new school year. Summer has flown by in my household and school is too quickly approaching on the horizon.  That means it is time to start thinking of back to school – shopping for clothes and supplies, gathering lunch box ideas,Read More

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Welcome. I'm Alea!

On Premeditated Leftovers I share simple recipes made with whole foods, practical shopping tips, time saving techniques, and meal planning strategies. I also share tips for minimizing food waste, so more of the food that is purchased ends up on the table.

While volunteering as a budget counselor, I realized that food is the element of most people’s budgets where they have the greatest control. I set out to develop low-cost recipes from scratch to prove it’s possible to create delicious meals on a limited budget. Eating well while spending less is about more than just creating recipes using inexpensive ingredients; it’s about creatively combining ingredients so you don’t feel deprived and are inspired to stick to your budget.

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